The Thaiger
Russia warns its citizens to avoid travelling to Thailand over tensions with US
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Russia ’s Foreign Ministry advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Thailand if they believe they could face criminal prosecution by the United States, citing concerns over extradition arrangements between Bangkok and Washington .
Key facts
- The Russian travel advisory was issued on June 12 and specifically targeted Russian nationals who may be subject to legal action sought by US authorities
- Russia ’s Foreign Ministry advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Thailand if they believe they could face criminal prosecution by the United States, citing concerns over extradition arrangements between Bangkok and Washington .
- The ministry said relations between Thailand and Russia remain strong across all areas of cooperation and noted that the two countries will mark 170 years of diplomatic relations in 2027.
- According to the ministry, Thailand received nearly 1.9 million Russian visitors last year, the highest number among European countries.
Summary
The Russian travel advisory was issued on June 12 and specifically targeted Russian nationals who may be subject to legal action sought by US authorities. In its statement, the ministry said…
“We strongly advise Russian citizens who have even the slightest reason to suspect they might be subject to criminal prosecution by US authorities to entirely refrain from travelling to Thailand.”